Do I need a shot if I was bitten by a kitten and there's slight bleeding?
Oct 21, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Introduction
In general, whether a person needs an injection after being bitten by a kitten with slight bleeding depends on factors such as the nature of the wound and whether the cat has been vaccinated. Injections are usually required if the wound is deep and involves severe tissue damage, or if the kitten has not been vaccinated. If the wound is superficial, there is minimal bleeding, and the kitten has received the rabies vaccine, injections are generally not necessary.
Generally speaking, whether a person needs a shot after being bitten by a kitten with slight bleeding depends on factors such as the nature of the wound and whether the kitten has been vaccinated. A deep wound with severe tissue damage or an unvaccinated kitten usually requires medical injection; whereas a superficial wound with minimal bleeding and a kitten that has received rabies vaccination typically does not require a shot. Specific analysis is as follows:
If the wound is deep, located near sensitive areas such as the face or hands, involves serious tissue damage, and the kitten's vaccination status is unknown, a shot is generally recommended to reduce the risk of rabies infection.
If the wound is shallow with little bleeding and the kitten has a complete vaccination record, the person usually does not need a shot. In this case, it is recommended to thoroughly wash the wound with soap and running water, then disinfect it with iodine or alcohol.
After being bitten by a kitten, it is advisable to clean and disinfect the wound promptly to prevent infection.
